Go Wherever You Wanna Go
Patty Griffin Lyrics

You can go wherever you wanna go
The freedom to choose your own path in life, without any external limitations or pressures.

Go wherever you wanna go
The emphasis on the importance of individual autonomy, and the idea that you should follow your dreams and pursue your personal ambitions.

Fly up to the moon and say hello now
The encouragement to aim high and dream big, without fear of failure or being held back by societal norms.

You don't ever have to go to war no more
The rejection of violence and the promotion of peace, while also acknowledging the trauma and pain of war.

Never have to go to war no more
A hopeful sentiment, emphasizing the possibility of living in a world without war or conflict.

Wear them boots and swim that icy shore now
A reference to the difficulty and danger of military service, and the relief of being able to avoid it.

You don't ever have to go to war no more
A repetition of the earlier sentiment, underscoring its importance and relevance to the song's message.

You can get up on some sunny day and run
The joy of physical activity and the freedom to move, regardless of any societal expectations about how you should spend your time.

Run a hundred miles just for fun now
The idea of pushing yourself to your limits and enjoying the experience of doing so, without any external reward or motivation.

Heartaches and yesterdays don't weigh a ton now
The importance of living in the present moment and not carrying the burdens of past pain or regret.

You don't ever have to pay the bills no more
The promotion of financial stability and security, and the idea that it is possible to achieve it without sacrificing your own personal goals or ambitions.

Break a sweat or walk a worried floor now
A reference to the stress and strain of traditional employment, and the idea that there are other ways to live your life and achieve your goals than a 9-to-5 job.

Working like a dog ain't what you're for now
The rejection of traditional notions of the value of hard work, and the idea that work should be fulfilling and meaningful rather than simply a means to an end.

Go to where the time's wound all the way down
The idea of escapism and the possibility of finding a place or activity where time seems to stand still, allowing you to live in the moment and forget your worries.

Put a penny on the track and wait for train sounds
A reminder of the nostalgia and simplicity of childhood activities, and the possibility of finding joy and wonder in everyday experiences.

Tell your mama you're coming back before the sun's down
The importance of maintaining close relationships with loved ones, and the comfort and security that can be found in doing so.

You can go wherever you wanna go
A final repetition of the central message of the song, emphasizing its importance and relevance to the listener's life.